The Ties that Bind

After Hurricane Sandy destroyed a treasured family beach house, a new home rises up to secure its hold on future generations A love of the water, salty air and laid-back […]

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The Ties that Bind-Foyer

Tall wainscoting and grass-cloth wall covering warm up this foyer. “The clients and I wavered between wood flooring and travertine tile for the main level,” interior designer Jenny Madden says. […]

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The Ties that Bind-Bathroom

MASTER BATHROOM | Decorated in soothing neutrals and a variety of textures, the master bathroom is a “calm place of respite,” the designer says. Oxidized copper sconces add a dash […]

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The Ties that Bind-Wet Bar

MASTER BEDROOM WET BAR | Architect Michael Moritz incorporated space for the built-in wet bar into the entry hall of this master bedroom, a feature the owners admired in a […]

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The Ties that Bind-Breakfast Area

BREAKFAST AREA | The breakfast area is sunny and relaxed with weathered woods and robin’s egg blue chairs. Plantation-style shutters are timeless and no-fuss.

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The Ties that Bind-Shower

SHOWER | A three-dimensional accent wall adds depth and a shimmering quality inside the shower. Smooth pebble stone flooring feels like a natural fit.

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The Ties that Bind-Master Suite

Views of the ocean and bay are visible from the master suite balcony (not shown). The bedroom, painted in a pale watery hue, features a Capiz-style chandelier, one of homeowner […]

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The Ties that Bind-Girl’s Bathroom

GIRLS’ BATHROOM | Two very little ladies share this Jack-and-Jill-Style bathroom decorated in chic hexagon floor tiles, white subway tile and sea-glass accents, designer Jenny Madden says. “Although I love […]

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The Ties that Bind-Living Room

LIVING ROOM AND KITCHEN | A coffered ceiling accentuates the open-plan living area decorated in soft hues of sand, sea and sky. Interior designer Jenny Madden says homeowner Wyatt Vince pointed […]

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